Synonyms for

See

Verb / si: / Another word for see — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To perceive with the eyes; to understand or comprehend something.

Synonyms & similar words

runinto realise examine findout construe gothrough takecare realize meet determine visit interpret picture ascertain watch takein look date getaline view envision fancy witness catch goout observe notice view watch witness discern perceive understand comprehend detect spot disclose reveal uncover find search look gaze stare peer

Synonyms by register

Formal

perceive observe discern behold

Informal

spot check out take a look at catch sight of

Literary

espry espy behold

Antonyms

unsee ignore miss overlook disregard be blind to

Common collocations

  • see clearly
  • see the point
  • see eye to eye
  • see through
  • see red
  • see stars
  • see fit
  • see a doctor

Word family

noun sight
verb see
adjective visible
adverb visibly

Usage note

The verb 'see' can have many meanings, from literal vision to understanding or meeting. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. I can see the rainbow in the sky.
  2. Can you see the dog in the park?
  3. I want to see the new movie that just came out.
  4. I see that you are wearing a new shirt today.
  5. She couldn't see the board because she was sitting too far back.

Quotes

  • The best way to see something, is to look at it with new eyes.
  • Faith is to see what you do not see; the reward of this faith is to see what you believe.
  • The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle. As with all matters of the heart, you'll know when you find it.

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